Case - .925 silver - Mesch Gelbbörse
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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Antique chainmail-style purse in sterling silver (.925) from the Jugendstil period (c. 1900), France, with a decorative arched frame and ball accents, a bolt/bail clasp, two separate compartments, and dimensions 7 cm high by 4.5 cm wide by 1.5 cm deep, weighing 28 g.
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Antique net or chainmail coin purse made of sterling silver from the Art Nouveau period (around 1900)
The object in the picture is an antique net or chain-mail purse, typically dating from the Art Nouveau period (around 1900). This type of purse, often referred to as a chatelaine purse, was commonly worn as a pendant on a chain or belt.
The wallet is distinguished by its fine mesh or chain weave, which is attached to an ornate metal frame. The closure is a buckle clasp, and at the bottom as well as at the top there are small silver spheres as decoration.
Design: The wallet features a decorative, arched metal frame with a classic ball clasp. At the bottom edge, several small, dangling silver balls are set as decorative accents. A small ring on the clasp suggests that it could originally be worn on a chatelaine (a belt hook).
Condition: Excellent for its age, with natural, age-related patina that enhances the antique character. The fine chain is completely intact, with no cracks or missing links.
Stamp on the top of the closure.
Two separate compartments, fully functional.
Pure material value 50–60 EUR
Use: A luxurious and stylish accessory of its era, intended for storing coins or small personal items.
Antique net or chainmail coin purse made of sterling silver from the Art Nouveau period (around 1900)
The object in the picture is an antique net or chain-mail purse, typically dating from the Art Nouveau period (around 1900). This type of purse, often referred to as a chatelaine purse, was commonly worn as a pendant on a chain or belt.
The wallet is distinguished by its fine mesh or chain weave, which is attached to an ornate metal frame. The closure is a buckle clasp, and at the bottom as well as at the top there are small silver spheres as decoration.
Design: The wallet features a decorative, arched metal frame with a classic ball clasp. At the bottom edge, several small, dangling silver balls are set as decorative accents. A small ring on the clasp suggests that it could originally be worn on a chatelaine (a belt hook).
Condition: Excellent for its age, with natural, age-related patina that enhances the antique character. The fine chain is completely intact, with no cracks or missing links.
Stamp on the top of the closure.
Two separate compartments, fully functional.
Pure material value 50–60 EUR
Use: A luxurious and stylish accessory of its era, intended for storing coins or small personal items.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Jugendstil
Gross weight
28 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title additional information
Mesch Gelbbörse
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Material
Silver
Style
Art Nouveau
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
7 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
1.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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